FEMA opens disaster recovery center in Hackensack

HACKENSACK — The Federal Emergency Management Agency has opened up shop at the county administration building, One Bergen County Plaza, to assist those impacted by Hurricane Sandy.

"The agency will now be able to provide face-to-face assistance to those who suffered damages from Hurricane Sandy and assist people applying for FEMA grants," county officials said in a statement Thursday. "Visitors to the centers can also get valuable information about additional state and federal programs."

The center, open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., is located on the building's fourth floor.

"Residents should bring photo identification, their insurance information, an itemized list of damages, and their FEMA registration number if they have already registered with the agency," the statement said. "While supplying photographs of the damages are not mandatory, bringing them will assist in the process. Residents with insurance may also be eligible for FEMA relief."

A representative from the U.S. Small Business Association will also be available to advise businesses and private non-profits on the availability of low-interest mitigation loans.